Environmental Programme Officer
The Royal Yachting Association, based in Hamble, near Southampton, is the national governing body for all forms of recreational, competitive and professional boating. It represents dinghy and yacht racing, motor and sail cruising, RIBs and sportsboats, windsurfing, inland cruising and personal watercraft.
Job Role: Environmental Programme Officer
Salary: up to £30,000 per annum
Full Time: 35 hours per week
Location: Hamble (hybrid working)
Do you have a passion for protecting the environment and promoting sustainability on the water?
The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) is seeking a dedicated Environmental Programme Officer to lead environmental outreach and programme delivery within our Sustainability team in the External Affairs Department.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Provide accurate environmental guidance to members, clubs and centres, and maintain up-to-date resources on the RYA website.
- Develop and deliver outreach activities, workshops and resources that inspire sustainable boating practices.
- Support and coordinate a network of volunteers to lead environmental initiatives.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders and regional teams to deliver impactful programmes and events.
- Monitor and report on the effectiveness of environmental programmes using data and feedback.
- Represent the RYA at meetings and events, maintaining records and supporting team activities as needed.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact in recreational boating and environmental protection.
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
- A genuine passion for environmental conservation and sustainability
- Knowledge of environmental issues in recreational boating
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Confident presenting and running outreach sessions or workshops
- Experience working independently and within a team
- Highly organised with excellent time management
Desirable:
- Interest or experience in sailing, powerboating, or inland cruising
- Familiarity with topics like climate change, pollution, invasive species, or marine wildlife and habitats
- Experience in volunteer recruitment, training, and supervision.
- Full UK / EEA driving license
The RYA offers a range of benefits which include:
- 36 days holiday including public holidays (pro rata for part-time employees)
- Birthday Day Off
- 10% RYA contribution to a personal pension scheme
- Free life insurance
- Discounts platform for retail, entertainment, holidays & gym membership
- Two paid volunteering days per annum
- Free charging point for electric vehicles whilst on your working days at the office
- Social events
- RYA membership
To Apply
Please review the full job description and send a completed application form and an equality monitoring form to jobs@rya.org.uk
Job description | Application form | Equality monitoring form
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Closing date for applications: 27 July 2025
Interviews to be held: Week commencing 04 or 11 August 2025 (to be confirmed)
The RYA is committed to equality of opportunity.
As an equal opportunity and disability confident employer, we celebrate and welcome diversity in all its forms and believe that a diverse workforce boosts innovation, productivity, and creativity.
We are dedicated to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion and strive to be an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can be their authentic selves. We would particularly encourage applications from ethnically diverse candidates who are currently underrepresented at the RYA.
